Claremont, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Claremont is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 554. Residents earn $66,458 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
554 Population 513/sq mi density
$66,458 Median Income $26,111 per capita
$114,100 Home Value $287,593 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$66,458 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,100 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,458
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

How Claremont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population554
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density513/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,458
Per Capita$26,111
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,100
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,593
Rent Burden15.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Elevation1,287 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+90.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Claremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Claremont receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Claremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Claremont is $66,458, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Claremont is $114,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Claremont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 44.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Claremont has a population of 554 with a density of 513 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

554
Total Population
513
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Claremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Claremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Claremont is $66,458, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Claremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,458
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,111
Avg Weekly Wage$1,178
IRS Avg AGI$82,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% above US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare37
Retail50
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,064
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Claremont is $114,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,593.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,593

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,064
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Claremont, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Claremont vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death5,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access71.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

Crime Rates: Claremont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Claremont has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall44.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,287 ft (392 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density513/sq mi
Coordinates44.0449°N, 92.9972°W
County FIPS27039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density513/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants29
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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